The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1743: Venus Genetrix, 1743. Creator: M Sorello

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The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1743: Venus Genetrix, 1743. Creator: M Sorello

The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1743: Venus Genetrix, 1743

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Astrology Atropos Chinea Domestic Domesticity Fate Fates Household Lachesis M Sorello Mermaid Mermaids Mythical Beasts Mythical Creatures Mythological Creature Parent Sorello M Three Fates Tribute Venus Clotho Klotho Mythical Beast Mythical Creature

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This engraving, titled "The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1743: Venus Genetrix," is a stunning work of art by the Italian artist M Sorello, created in the 18th century. The image depicts Venus Genetrix, the Roman goddess of motherhood and ancestral origins, surrounded by various mythological figures and symbols of fate and domesticity. At the center of the composition, Venus sits regally on a throne, cradling her son, Cupid, in her arms. The goddess of spinning, Clotho, spins the thread of life from a distaff, while Atropos, the goddess of the inescapable thread, cuts it with her shears. Lachesis, the goddess of measurement, holds the measuring rod, determining the length of each person's life. The presence of the three Fates underscores the idea of the interconnectedness of birth, life, and death. The background of the engraving features a mermaid, a mythical creature symbolizing the connection between the land and the sea, as well as various other mythological beasts. A man and two children, dressed in the clothing of the time, pay tribute to Venus, acknowledging her role as the mother of all. This monochrome, etched masterpiece showcases the rich heritage of Italian art and the enduring influence of mythology on the artistic and cultural landscape of the eighteenth century. The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., is home to this precious work, which continues to inspire awe and fascination among visitors.

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